Kohima, October 13: Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio said the state government is working to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for visitors attending the 27th edition of the Hornbill Festival.
Rio said a meeting of the High Power Committee was convened on Tuesday with heads of departments and other concerned officials to review preparations and assess the state of readiness for the annual cultural event.
He said the government aims to ensure seamless arrangements and provide a comfortable experience for guests attending the festival.
On the proposed public-private partnership (PPP) model for the Naga Heritage Village at Kisama, Rio said the process was underway, adding that tender documents were being prepared.
The Hornbill Festival, Nagaland’s premier 10-day cultural event, is held annually from December 1 to 10 at the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama. The festival attracts visitors from across India and abroad, offering a showcase of the state’s diverse tribal traditions, arts, music and cuisine.